RADFORD 15.82 m

New custom designed 15.82m cruising yacht with small auxiliary steam engine. ASB Australia have been commissioned to build the hull and deck and subsequently supervise the full fitout of the vessel to completed sail away stage.

Designer: Graham Radford Yacht Design Pty Ltd
Builder: Aluminium & Steel Boats Australia Pty Ltd
Construction: Aluminium
LOA: 15.82 m 51' 11"
DWL: 15.21 m 49' 11"
Draft: 1.92 m 6' 3½ "
Displacement: 20,103 kg 44,320 lbs
Beam: 3.95 m 13' 0"

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"ICE"

60' Schooner rigged yacht for charter work in the Antarctic.

ASB have been commissioned to strengthen the aluminium hull by double cladding under the water line and extend the Saloon House.

Designer: Graham Radford Yacht Design Pty Ltd
Builder: Aluminium & Steel Boats Australia Pty Ltd
Design: Radford 19.1 m Design # 12

Will be an impressive, environmentally friendly remote area logistics support vessel set up for a crew of two and 10 expeditioners. The very latest satellite communications, filming, diving and safety gear will be complimented by home comforts including full central heating and fridge /freezers for the tropics. With an easily handled schooner rig and only 1.5 metres draft and considerable storage capacity, 'ICE' will be an unique vessel able to travel any ocean at anytime.

In 2005, the McIntyre's plan to set off on a two year around the world voyage via the Antarctic and the Arctic. Chasing polar bears, penguins, tropical diving, climbing and exploring are all on the agenda. If you would like to join them or utilise 'ICE' to support your expedition anywhere in the world over the next few years, you should register your interest now or check this site in 2005 for more details. www.oceanfrontiers.com.au

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Radford 38'

Radford 38' (11.5m) yacht - is round bilge steel. Designed for ocean passage making and was originally intended for solo non-stop circumnavigation. The deck is presently under constructions, with the superstructure being aluminium. The boat will be completed to lock up stage, painting will be finished and the windows and hatches fitted. Included in the price is a BMW 35hp marine fresh water-cooled diesel motor (NEW), diesel and water tanks and some deck gear.

Construction – Round Bilge Steel, L.O.A. – 11.5m, L.W.L. – 10.9m, Beam – 3.2m, Draft – 2m, Displacement – 7.8 tons, Ballast – 2.8 tons.

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